Counselor In Training Min Age 14

Summer Camp Staff Position

Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combing educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes and understands that helping youth puts us on a path toward a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.

Today's summer camp staff are a diverse group of men and women sharing a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference, work that calls one to continual learning and challenge, work that offers solid compensation, experiences, and advancement.

This is a seasonal position (mid-June to mid-August).

Responsibilities

• Working with Scouts ages 6 - 17.
• Leading activities with a group of 12 -15 Scouts.
• Providing guidance, motivation, and support to all camp visitors.
• Communicate with unit leaders, Scouts, visitors, and staff.
• Maintain high standards for personal appearance and hygiene.
• Attend all meals and camp-wide activities unless excused by the Program Director.
• Obey and enforce all applicable policies, practices, and procedures approved by the New Birth of Freedom Council and the Boy Scouts of America.
• Know, understand, and implement emergency action plans when needed.
• Relay any issues that could impact the safe and successful operation of the camp to the Area Director immediately.
• Exemplify all aspects of the Scout Oath and Law and serve as a role model for staff and Scouts.
• Complete all other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.

Desired Skills

• Good personal hygiene
• Working knowledge of Scouts BSA programs

Requirements

• Must be willing to accept and meet the Boy Scouts of America's leadership and membership standards and subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law.
• 14 years of age or older.
• The ability of sight, Medical approval by a physician to work.
• Offers for employment are subject to criminal, reference, and motor vehicle background checks.
• Physical ability to walk and lift 40 Lbs.
• Physical ability to participate in and instruct outdoor skills.
• The ability to speak, see and hear

The New Birth of Freedom Council, Boy Scouts of America, is an equal opportunity employer. The New Birth of Freedom Council does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.

In accordance with Boy Scouts of America qualifications and requirements, I hereby subscribe to the Scout Oath or Promise, Law, and the declaration of religious principle. I agree to abide by the Charter, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America. All camp staff members must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America.

Applicants are not required to give any information on this form that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law.